Charming neighborhood cafe with incredible vibes, friendly staff, and A+ coffee. I wandered into La…read morePoteria while on the way to Harper's Ferry; I'm not entirely sure how Montgomery Village, MD was perfectly on our route from DC to West Virginia, but I'm so grateful that it was. La Poteria was the perfect midpoint to grab our morning caffeine fix and a bite to eat before we hit the Harpers Ferry hiking trails. The cafe was beautifully decorated with marble tables, a ton of plants, and plenty of couches and cozy armchairs. There was a ton of natural light from the giant windows, but they also had a number of aesthetic hanging lights, some of which were exposed bulbs and others of which were in little wicker baskets. As far as the food and drink goes, I loved their latte. The coffee was rich and not overly acidic, and it was strong enough that you could still appreciate the chocolatey, nutty undertones under the generous helping of steamed milk and foam. I also loved the little heart sprinkle they added in the center of the mug -- such a cute final touch! My friend and I also split two of their savory items, the cheese arepa and spinach and feta empanada. The empanada was a little different than what I was used to, as it was super flaky and buttery, with an almost croissant or puff pastry-like dough. It was delicious and the savory feta went wonderfully with the spinach and the slightly peppery mayo-based sauce they served it with. The arepa was also lovely, with a generous helping of gooey melted cheese on top of the slightly chewy, slightly sweet corn-based flatbread.

I have been here a few times and finally got around to writing a review…read more This place is cute and whenever I go I typically get the dirty chai and beef or chicken empanadas. The dirty chai hot or cold is delicious and both chicken and beef and chicken empanadas are tasty. The empanadas are flaky and come with a sauce thats a bit spicy but is perfect with the empanadas. I typically take my order to go but often see people dining in. This is my go to spot for quick bite and caffeinated drink!

This place is wonderful. The baked goods are tasty, half of them are art, and there isn't a single…read morething wrong with it. Some of the more artistic work is expensive, but it's worth the money for the reactions you'll get when you bring it home. It's comfortable inside, the service is quick, and the manager (or maybe owner) is usually on-site. Just try it - you'll be hooked.

Cute local Korean cafe! It's small but they have a variety of baked goods, pastries and even…read moredrinks! Service has been sometimes hit or miss with my drinks though. There has been times when my drink didn't come out the same as when I first bought them. So I guess it just depends on who is making the drink. This is a small little cafe that has some seats for you to sit and eat. Food I tried was yummy and the tiramisu latte is also one of my favorites. The Thai tea latte is also a bit more creamy which is yummy and not overwhelmingly sweet.

Low fat cappuccino was really good. Aztec mocha cayenne had a spice to it that isn't for everyone…read morebut it worked for us. Power house sandwich had a good amount beef and well mixed with cheese and horseradish and caramelized onion. Nicely toasted bread. It is good for a morning bite with protein. Many tables in the back. Quick service on Sunday. Right off the metro station.

If I could give a negative rating I would. Worst experience ever. Ordered five drinks. They had…read morenothing to indicate which drink was what. Not helpful when we are bringing them home. When asked to identify the drinks they looked down their noses at us and said: oh, do you want us to write what they are on the cup? One drink listed as caramel apple iced shaken espresso. We asked for light ice. It was full Ice and NOT shaken. "We can't shake it, it might explode." We asked for it to be made again, correctly, but they still refused to shake it. Around a $50 order, and no respect for the customer. A disappointing experience.

‼ MATCHA REVIEW ONLY‼…read more This is my favorite Strawberry Matcha in Gaithersburg! Hands down! Service is pretty quick even when the traffic is heavy - love them for that! Not only is the Matcha extremely aesthetically pleasing when you pick it up, but it's also not hard to mix like everywhere else. The strawberry purée mixes in perfectly with the rest of the drink. You don't have to shake it up like crazy or spoon it to actually mix everything. It's also extremely balanced. It's not too hard on the strawberry, nor is it too much with the Matcha - perfect blend! If you love matcha - go now!

Friendly service, small cafe…read more Matcha matcha latte: saw this on their seasonal menu but they were still able to make it for me even though it wasn't advertised on their current menu. Matcha latte was very smooth, not gritty at all, and they asked what sweetness level you want. Overall, it's a good matcha but wished it had deeper umami notes. OG egg sando: only ate half and it's pretty filling! I would come back to try other menu items

The service, food and staff were amazing. It was so good that I'm writing this review in the…read moreparking lot. I 10/10 recommend you come and eat. It's family friendly and Ms. Maritza was super sweet and we enjoyed hearing her story.

This is indeed a find that has been found. Everything looks great. From standard entrees to…read morecreative takes like an enchilada burger. I would eat in. Presentation is better and some small portions may not transfer well to take out containers. It's all good. Great menu. Give it a try!!

Went for breakfast on Labor Day and despite the busyness there was still a lot of indoor and…read moreoutdoor seating available. Definitely wonderful place to go to when the weather is perfect. There are a lot of different places to park also, so not too bad. Ordering was very quick and easy. Our food and coffee drinks came out so fast. I ordered huevos rancheros which were pretty good. I had to put a bit of salt and hot sauce to get a bit more flavor, but that's just my preference. Only thing to me is the pricing of it was kinda on the higher side for what you get. Regardless, I would still go again to try other items.

This quaint coffee shop offers espresso and alcoholic cocktails. I have visited twice and both…read moretimes ordered a sugar free vanilla latte with an extra espresso shot. Each time my drink was good, the espresso flavor was fine, it had a smooth bold flavor and the temperature was perfect. While my drink was good, I do feel that the $9.00 paid for a medium drink that was about the size of the Starbucks "tall" drink was a bit excessive. They charged an additional $1.00 for whipped cream?? An additional $1.00 for sugar free vanilla?? The portion size wasn't worth $9.00. I may not visit anytime soon and if I do I won't order an espresso drink. It's not worth the price. The interior appeared clean and the staff was professional enough.

A convenient little diner/cafe in an area that desperately welcomes more food options!…read more I stopped for a quick lunch pick up. Easy to find and plenty of available parking out front. The menu is pretty large, but I'd say a lot of it is breakfast and they had finished serving breakfast at 11 am. I got the Chipotle Chicken Wrap which seemed like a new item, and a California Burger for David. Chipotle Chicken Wrap: Pretty standard and nothing incredibly mindblowing. The amount of jalapenos they put in there made it pretty spicy. Picked them out and gave it to David. I did like that they make it on a spinach wrap. California Burger: The patty was almost paper thin and definitely from frozen. It tasted fine and wasn't gross or anything, but not something I'd get again. Would be nice if both the burger and wrap came with a side to make it more of a meal tha just the sandwich alone. The service was quick and it seemed like the kitchen staff cooking behind the counter was efficient. I didn't wait long for my two items. Seemed like others eating at the cafe were regulars who may work in the area. Convenient for a quick lunch during break, I'd come back and try their other options or maybe that breakfast burrito which sounds like one of their most highlighted items.

Gateway Burrito is my favorite menu for breakfast I feel at…read morepeace when I go to this restaurant. It's the same food my mom used to make when I was little. Everything is delicious.

Visited OTC once again and was not disappointed. Whenever, I visit this restaurant I feel at home…read more It is always a good vibe. The ambiance is nice with the different tv's all showing different sports and games. It is especially enjoyable during football season and the world cup. The service was impeccable. The bar tender was very attentive and friendly. She came to check on me a couple of time which I appreciated. Unfortunately, I did not order anything to eat. I just ordered two orange crushes which were delicious. It was a great time. I recommend visiting OTC Bar and Grille if you are in the area. Cheers!

Solid neighborhood spot that's good to have close by. The server was attentive and competent, and…read morethe decor gives it a comfortable diner/bar comfortable feel. The bacon was great. That said, the food was pretty salty overall, and my over medium eggs weren't quite right, though I'll give them the benefit of the doubt that it might have been an off day. The one thing I'd flag is the Fox News playing in the dining room, which was a bit loud for me. Worth another visit given the convenience.

I stopped by Ann's Cafe for breakfast after deciding I was too lazy to cook, and I'm glad I did! I…read moreordered Ann's Special along with a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and filling, making for a great start to the day. My only small critique is that I wish the breakfast potatoes had been a little crispier, but they were still good. Overall, I'd give the meal an 8/10. The prices are about what you'd expect compared to the bigger breakfast chains, but I'd much rather support a local business. If you're looking for a solid, no-frills breakfast in the Gaithersburg area, Ann's Cafe is definitely worth checking out.

I had a tuna sandwich and hash browns and they were typical diner fare, the cafe itself is very…read morecasual, almost gas station-esc and the service is fast. However, there's Fox News blasting and I could really do without that.

Deal alert! Passion Bakery has their fresh made-to-order breakfast sandwiches available all day,…read moreand the price is right! Went in on the weekend mid-afternoon when it wasn't crowded, and got the egg and cheese on rye for $5.50. The cafe is on the campus of the National Cancer Institute and within walking distance from Shady Grove Hospital, so I'd guess that parking could be a hassle during the work week. On the weekend though it was nice and quiet with plenty of room to spread out, and there is a great patio space in the front! Tried their spinach croissant which was tasty too!

I will not go back. I ordered a cake from the cake case and it tasted old. They also try to…read morecharge me price of a larger cake than the small one I asked for. If I didn't ask for the price prior, I would think that's the price of the small cake since there no price of the cake in sight. I ordered few other items as well and none of them tasted fresh. They all tasted like pre-made then defrosted goods.